Hey, all you creaky-jointed boomer gardeners out there. Scientists in Japan have you covered. Literally. This robot suit includes 8 motors in a rigid resin frame that give a power assist to farmers trying to pull huge daikons out of the ground or performing other chores that cause strain on the back, waist, hips, and arms. They also refer to it as a robotic exoskelton.

Oh, wow, I’d love one of those suits! Imagine how much more quickly our rock wall would get built. My neighbors already wonder about me when they see me gardening with my weight belt on (best back saver I’ve ever discovered). I can only imagine their reaction if I had one of those suits. Look out, here comes Robo-Lisa!